Meet the Class of 2021

Katie Shia

Hometown: Wilmette, IL
Major: Computer and Information Science with a minor in Fine Arts

Activities & Honors:

  • 2-year Director – Jazz and Grooves
  • 2-year Barista – Williams Cafe
  • Member – Bell Senior Society

Hobbies: Making coffee in the morning and taking photos of friends
Favorite Books: Slaughterhouse Five, The Elegance of the Hedgehog
Favorite Movies: Ratatouille, Good Will Hunting, The Dark Night
Favorite Food: Sushi and Cereal
Favorite Quote: “If I am going to spend eternity visiting this moment and that, I’m grateful that so many of those moments are nice.” ~ Kurt Vonnegut

Plans After Penn: Going into design practice or research within the healthcare field.